With the variety of dilemmas they cover, it was bound to happen. With Fantasy Island Season 2 Episode 11, the showrunners and writers tap into my Achilles' Heel for trauma, children of divorce who turn into pleasers out of fear of abandonment.
Yeah, I legit cried when Arthur and Melanie owned their suckiness because only on Fantasy Island do we get to see parents turn their crappy parenting around. But I could be jaded about this sort of thing.
Meanwhile, Ruby's response to learning about Elena's interference with Isla is such an authentic reaction I could kiss the writer that wrote those scenes. Talk about respecting the character.
While some might argue that Elena's actions echo that of an overprotective parent, a stronger parallel can be drawn between our Ms. Roarke and the Island's newest guest, the jilted and bereft Laura Turner.
It's not without irony that Jessy Schram, a pillar of the Hallmark Movie Channel,...
Yeah, I legit cried when Arthur and Melanie owned their suckiness because only on Fantasy Island do we get to see parents turn their crappy parenting around. But I could be jaded about this sort of thing.
Meanwhile, Ruby's response to learning about Elena's interference with Isla is such an authentic reaction I could kiss the writer that wrote those scenes. Talk about respecting the character.
While some might argue that Elena's actions echo that of an overprotective parent, a stronger parallel can be drawn between our Ms. Roarke and the Island's newest guest, the jilted and bereft Laura Turner.
It's not without irony that Jessy Schram, a pillar of the Hallmark Movie Channel,...
- 4/25/2023
- by Diana Keng
- TVfanatic
Here’s the latest episode of the The Filmmakers Podcast, part of the ever-growing podcast roster here on Nerdly. If you haven’t heard the show yet, you can check out previous episodes on the official podcast site, whilst we’ll be featuring each and every new episode as it premieres.
For those unfamiliar with the series, The Filmmakers Podcast is a podcast about how to make films from micro budget indie films to bigger budget studio films and everything in-between. Our hosts Giles Alderson, Dan Richardson, Andrew Rodger and Cristian James talk how to get films made, how to actually make them and how to try not to f… it up in their very humble opinion. Guests will come on and chat about their film making experiences from directors, writers, producers, screenwriters, actors, cinematographers and distributors.
The Filmmakers Podcast #252: Lapwing – Making a Historical Drama on a Micro-Budget with writer Laura Turner,...
For those unfamiliar with the series, The Filmmakers Podcast is a podcast about how to make films from micro budget indie films to bigger budget studio films and everything in-between. Our hosts Giles Alderson, Dan Richardson, Andrew Rodger and Cristian James talk how to get films made, how to actually make them and how to try not to f… it up in their very humble opinion. Guests will come on and chat about their film making experiences from directors, writers, producers, screenwriters, actors, cinematographers and distributors.
The Filmmakers Podcast #252: Lapwing – Making a Historical Drama on a Micro-Budget with writer Laura Turner,...
- 12/13/2021
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
I would love to say that prejudice is confined to the past, but as we see on a daily basis it is still rampant today. If there is one seemingly unbreakable connection to our ancestors is our ability to be intolerant. Stories filter through the centuries of racism, sexism, and homophobia which still trickle into today’s supposedly more enlightened society.
These dark facets of our nature collide in the brooding and brilliant Lapwing. Screenwriter Laura Turner and director Philip Stevens have crafted a striking and stunning debut feature which grapples fiercely with love, xenophobia, and the wild coasts of England.
Lapwing revolves around a coastline settlement of salt famers, somewhat led by the aggressive David. When a group of Romani settle into the local marshes, David rules and cheats them with a fierce hand – as he similarly does his fellow farmers. His mute sister-in-law Patience, who bears the titular nickname,...
These dark facets of our nature collide in the brooding and brilliant Lapwing. Screenwriter Laura Turner and director Philip Stevens have crafted a striking and stunning debut feature which grapples fiercely with love, xenophobia, and the wild coasts of England.
Lapwing revolves around a coastline settlement of salt famers, somewhat led by the aggressive David. When a group of Romani settle into the local marshes, David rules and cheats them with a fierce hand – as he similarly does his fellow farmers. His mute sister-in-law Patience, who bears the titular nickname,...
- 11/29/2021
- by Sarah Cook
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Philip Stevens and Laura Turner may have crafted one of the bleakest films of the year so far, with stomach-churning moments juxtaposed with the romantic scenery of rural Lincolnshire. Turner’s powerfully nihilistic script and Stevens’ gritty translation of her screenplay onto the big screen most certainly make them newcomers in the industry to get excited about.
In 1555 England, Queen Mary’s Egyptian Act means that all Gypsies must be expelled from England, any who stay run the risk of execution, as does anyone who helps them remain in the country. David (Emmett J Scanlan), leads a small community of salt farmers, and has arranged for illegal passage by boat for an Indian Gypsy family in return for payment. When Patience (Hannah Douglas), an aphonic English girl, falls for Egyptian son Rumi (Sebastian De Souza), David’s wrath endangers both communities.
Lapwing is an interesting feature debut from Stevens and Turner,...
In 1555 England, Queen Mary’s Egyptian Act means that all Gypsies must be expelled from England, any who stay run the risk of execution, as does anyone who helps them remain in the country. David (Emmett J Scanlan), leads a small community of salt farmers, and has arranged for illegal passage by boat for an Indian Gypsy family in return for payment. When Patience (Hannah Douglas), an aphonic English girl, falls for Egyptian son Rumi (Sebastian De Souza), David’s wrath endangers both communities.
Lapwing is an interesting feature debut from Stevens and Turner,...
- 11/28/2021
- by Stephanie Brown
- eyeforfilm.co.uk
An intriguing debut feature set on the Lincolnshire coast depicts a Romani family hoodwinked and menaced by a vengeful salt farmer
Screenwriter Laura Turner and director Philip Stevens are making their feature-film debuts with this intriguing, slightly stylised and quasi-theatrical piece: stark, oppressive, menacing, a historical drama with a slice of horror. It is set in 16th-century England on the remote Lincolnshire coast, a time when the Egyptian Act of 1554 effectively criminalised Romani and Gypsy people and those who harboured them.
Stevens resourcefully uses the blank canvases of wild, empty coastline and forest to avoid the need for much specific period detail. David (played by Emmett J Scanlan from TV’s Peaky Blinders) is the aggressive bully who leads a small community of people farming salt from the marshes; he has made a deal with a Romani called Arif (Javed Khan) to get a boat to take him and his family away from England,...
Screenwriter Laura Turner and director Philip Stevens are making their feature-film debuts with this intriguing, slightly stylised and quasi-theatrical piece: stark, oppressive, menacing, a historical drama with a slice of horror. It is set in 16th-century England on the remote Lincolnshire coast, a time when the Egyptian Act of 1554 effectively criminalised Romani and Gypsy people and those who harboured them.
Stevens resourcefully uses the blank canvases of wild, empty coastline and forest to avoid the need for much specific period detail. David (played by Emmett J Scanlan from TV’s Peaky Blinders) is the aggressive bully who leads a small community of people farming salt from the marshes; he has made a deal with a Romani called Arif (Javed Khan) to get a boat to take him and his family away from England,...
- 11/22/2021
- by Peter Bradshaw
- The Guardian - Film News
Turner & Hooch is blossoming into one of the best shows on TV.
With its perfect blend of action, humor, and heart, it's proving to be the perfect show for Disney+.
Disney+ shared an exclusive look at Turner & Hooch Season 1 Episode 8, titled "Arf Appreciation," an episode that zeroes in on the complicated love triangle between Scott (Josh Peck) and his dog trainer Erica (Vanessa Lengies), and his past romance Brooke (Becca Tobin).
The show tends to handle the bigger storylines with care, so it will be exciting to watch the full episode to see how it plays out.
"When an ambitious, buttoned-up US Marshal inherits a big unruly dog, he soon realizes the dog he didn’t want may be the partner he needs," reads the official logline for the series.
Turner & Hooch stars Peck as Scott Turner, son of Detective Scott Turner portrayed by Tom Hanks in...
With its perfect blend of action, humor, and heart, it's proving to be the perfect show for Disney+.
Disney+ shared an exclusive look at Turner & Hooch Season 1 Episode 8, titled "Arf Appreciation," an episode that zeroes in on the complicated love triangle between Scott (Josh Peck) and his dog trainer Erica (Vanessa Lengies), and his past romance Brooke (Becca Tobin).
The show tends to handle the bigger storylines with care, so it will be exciting to watch the full episode to see how it plays out.
"When an ambitious, buttoned-up US Marshal inherits a big unruly dog, he soon realizes the dog he didn’t want may be the partner he needs," reads the official logline for the series.
Turner & Hooch stars Peck as Scott Turner, son of Detective Scott Turner portrayed by Tom Hanks in...
- 9/7/2021
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Festivals
The 17th Zurich Film Festival (Sept. 23-Oct. 3) will honor Sharon Stone with its highest accolade, the Golden Icon Award. Stone will be in Zurich to accept the award in person on Sept. 25. The award ceremony will be followed by a screening of Martin Scorsese’s “Casino,” which earned Stone an Oscar nomination. The actor will also conduct a masterclass where she will offer insights into her creative process and career.
“It is an honor to engage with the global community and celebrate the profound depth of our art,” said Stone. “I am thrilled to be recognized in this capacity.”
“Sharon Stone is a true icon of the seventh art,” said festival artistic director Christian Jungen. “She is a woman that Hitchcock would have loved. Her distinguishing qualities include an irresistible charm, a great human depth, the talent to play a whole range of roles and the ability to captivate an audience like no other.
The 17th Zurich Film Festival (Sept. 23-Oct. 3) will honor Sharon Stone with its highest accolade, the Golden Icon Award. Stone will be in Zurich to accept the award in person on Sept. 25. The award ceremony will be followed by a screening of Martin Scorsese’s “Casino,” which earned Stone an Oscar nomination. The actor will also conduct a masterclass where she will offer insights into her creative process and career.
“It is an honor to engage with the global community and celebrate the profound depth of our art,” said Stone. “I am thrilled to be recognized in this capacity.”
“Sharon Stone is a true icon of the seventh art,” said festival artistic director Christian Jungen. “She is a woman that Hitchcock would have loved. Her distinguishing qualities include an irresistible charm, a great human depth, the talent to play a whole range of roles and the ability to captivate an audience like no other.
- 8/26/2021
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Disney+ has revealed the official trailer and key art for ‘Turner & Hooch,’ the original series premiering Wednesday, July 21.
When an ambitious, buttoned-up US Marshal inherits a big unruly dog, he soon realizes the dog he didn’t want may be the partner he needs. The series stars Josh Peck as Scott Turner, son of Detective Scott Turner portrayed by Tom Hanks in the 1989 film of the same name.
The series also stars as Carra Patterson as Jessica Baxter, Scott’s brave, street-smart partner; Brandon Jay McLaren as Xavier Wilson, a cool, enigmatic marine-turned-us Marshal; Anthony Ruivivar as Chief James Mendez, Scott’s boss with a secret soft spot for Scott’s new dog, Hooch; Lyndsy Fonseca as Laura Turner, Scott’s sweet, animal-loving sister; Jeremy Maguire as Matthew Garland, Laura’s dog-loving son; and Vanessa Lengies as Erica Mouniere, the quirky head of the US Marshals dog training program.
When an ambitious, buttoned-up US Marshal inherits a big unruly dog, he soon realizes the dog he didn’t want may be the partner he needs. The series stars Josh Peck as Scott Turner, son of Detective Scott Turner portrayed by Tom Hanks in the 1989 film of the same name.
The series also stars as Carra Patterson as Jessica Baxter, Scott’s brave, street-smart partner; Brandon Jay McLaren as Xavier Wilson, a cool, enigmatic marine-turned-us Marshal; Anthony Ruivivar as Chief James Mendez, Scott’s boss with a secret soft spot for Scott’s new dog, Hooch; Lyndsy Fonseca as Laura Turner, Scott’s sweet, animal-loving sister; Jeremy Maguire as Matthew Garland, Laura’s dog-loving son; and Vanessa Lengies as Erica Mouniere, the quirky head of the US Marshals dog training program.
- 6/24/2021
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
John Stamos' Big Shot, Turner & Hooch Reboot, Mysterious Benedict Society Get Disney+ Premiere Dates
John Stamos will take it to the court this spring, when Disney+ launches David E. Kelley’s Big Shot.
The streamer announced Wednesday that the prolific producer’s new sports dramedy will bow Friday, April 16.
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After getting ousted from the NCAA, Coach Marvyn Korn (Stamos) takes a job at an all-girls high school, where “he soon learns that teenage girls are more than...
The streamer announced Wednesday that the prolific producer’s new sports dramedy will bow Friday, April 16.
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After getting ousted from the NCAA, Coach Marvyn Korn (Stamos) takes a job at an all-girls high school, where “he soon learns that teenage girls are more than...
- 2/24/2021
- by Ryan Schwartz
- TVLine.com
Disney+ has set spring and summer premiere dates for and released first-look photos for new series Turner & Hooch, The Mysterious Benedict Society and Chip ‘N Dale: Park Life and the second season of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series.
Here are the premiere dates in chronological order, with series descriptions and first-look photos:
High School Musical: The Musical: The Series: Season 2
In Season 2, the East High Wildcats, who are preparing to perform Beauty and the Beast as their spring musical, face off against rival school North High to win a prestigious and cutthroat student theater competition. Wigs are snatched, loyalties are tested, and ballads are belted. The season also features new solos written by Olivia Rodrigo and Joshua Bassett.
Disney+ Sets Premiere Dates For ‘Star Wars: The Bad Batch’ And Marvel Studios’ ‘Loki’
The series stars Olivia Rodrigo, Joshua Bassett, Sofia Wylie, Matt Cornett, Larry Saperstein,...
Here are the premiere dates in chronological order, with series descriptions and first-look photos:
High School Musical: The Musical: The Series: Season 2
In Season 2, the East High Wildcats, who are preparing to perform Beauty and the Beast as their spring musical, face off against rival school North High to win a prestigious and cutthroat student theater competition. Wigs are snatched, loyalties are tested, and ballads are belted. The season also features new solos written by Olivia Rodrigo and Joshua Bassett.
Disney+ Sets Premiere Dates For ‘Star Wars: The Bad Batch’ And Marvel Studios’ ‘Loki’
The series stars Olivia Rodrigo, Joshua Bassett, Sofia Wylie, Matt Cornett, Larry Saperstein,...
- 2/24/2021
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Disney+ revealed the debut dates for a whole bunch of new shows on Wednesday, including the John Stamos-starring “Big Shot,” “The Mysterious Benedict Society,” “Monsters at Work,” “Turner & Hooch” and “Chip ‘N’ Dale: Park Life.”
The streaming service also set Friday, May 14 as the return date for “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” Season 2, and has renewed “Zenimation” for a second season, which will premiere on Friday, June 11.
Below are Disney+’s premiere dates and the descriptions for its new, upcoming series, in chronological order. The Disney streaming service shared its news Wednesday during the Television Critics Association (TCA) press tour.
“Big Shot” – Friday, April 16
After getting ousted from the NCAA, a hothead men’s basketball coach must take a job at an all-girls high school. He soon learns that teenage girls are more than just X’s and O’s; they require empathy and vulnerability — foreign...
The streaming service also set Friday, May 14 as the return date for “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” Season 2, and has renewed “Zenimation” for a second season, which will premiere on Friday, June 11.
Below are Disney+’s premiere dates and the descriptions for its new, upcoming series, in chronological order. The Disney streaming service shared its news Wednesday during the Television Critics Association (TCA) press tour.
“Big Shot” – Friday, April 16
After getting ousted from the NCAA, a hothead men’s basketball coach must take a job at an all-girls high school. He soon learns that teenage girls are more than just X’s and O’s; they require empathy and vulnerability — foreign...
- 2/24/2021
- by Tony Maglio
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Matt Hamilton (The Actress Diaries), Paul Campbell (Battlestar Galactica) and Cristina Rosato (Little Italy) are set for recurring roles in Turner & Hooch, Disney+’s reboot of the classic 1989 buddy-cop comedy feature. The TV series, which has a 12-episode order, comes from Matt Nix and 20th TV.
Like the movie, the hourlong series centers on Scott Turner (Josh Peck), who now is a U.S. marshal — versus the police detective played by Tom Hanks in the film. When the ambitious, buttoned-up marshal inherits a big, unruly dog, he soon realizes the dog he didn’t want might be the partner he needs.
The series also stars as Carra Patterson as Jessica Baxter, Scott’s brave, street-smart partner; Brandon Jay McLaren as Xavier Wilson, a cool, enigmatic Marine-turned-marshal; Anthony Ruivivar as Chief James Mendez, Scott’s boss with a secret soft spot for Scott’s new dog, Hooch; Lyndsy Fonseca as Laura Turner,...
Like the movie, the hourlong series centers on Scott Turner (Josh Peck), who now is a U.S. marshal — versus the police detective played by Tom Hanks in the film. When the ambitious, buttoned-up marshal inherits a big, unruly dog, he soon realizes the dog he didn’t want might be the partner he needs.
The series also stars as Carra Patterson as Jessica Baxter, Scott’s brave, street-smart partner; Brandon Jay McLaren as Xavier Wilson, a cool, enigmatic Marine-turned-marshal; Anthony Ruivivar as Chief James Mendez, Scott’s boss with a secret soft spot for Scott’s new dog, Hooch; Lyndsy Fonseca as Laura Turner,...
- 1/22/2021
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
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